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Software Engineer

Covetus
Irvine, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 4/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/23/2026

As a Senior Software Engineer (L1/PHY), you will design and implement real-time C/C software for high performing wireless systems. This includes designing, developing, coding, testing, and verifying major system features. You will participate in and enhance software processes, including design reviews, code reviews, and continuous integration. Also, you will work with systems design and test teams to integrate and validate novel 3GPP wireless technology concepts.


BS Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or closely related field

7 years of recent and hands-on software development experience with C and/or Modern C

5 years of experience developing software for real-time Linux systems

5 years of experience with 5g or 4g L1 (PHY Layer) specs and stack development


It’s a bonus if you have:

MS Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or closely related field

Experience with Intel ecosystem: CPU architecture (AVX-512 instructions), NIC drivers, and DPDK (Data Plane Development Kit)

Knowledge of digital signal processing. Linear algebra would be a plus.

Networking concepts, protocol, and networking tools (e.g., Wireshark, tcpdump)

Unit testing and end to end system integration testing

Debugging techniques for real-time software applications

Optimizing software performance

Skills and Competencies:


Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact clearly and concisely with all departments and levels of management

Excellent organizational skills with attention-to-detail

Ability to meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks

Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Familiarity with NetSuite

Strong problem-solving skills, especially under time constraints

Ability to identify and seek needed information


Required

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